asking (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɑːskɪŋ/

Definition

The act of posing a question or making a request for information.

Examples

• His constant asking of questions annoyed the teacher.

• The asking of a price is the first step in negotiation.

• She found the asking of such a personal question rude.

How to Use asking

ask for (prepositional phrase)

To request something or information. — "He is asking for help with his homework."

ask about (prepositional phrase)

To inquire about a person or thing. — "I was asking about your brother's health."

ask someone to do something (collocation)

To request a person to perform an action. — "Can you ask your mom to pick you up?"

ask a question (collocation)

To pose an inquiry. — "The student asked a question about the lecture."

Synonyms of asking

Words with a similar meaning to asking:

• inquiring
• questioning
• requesting
• querying

Antonyms of asking

Words with the opposite meaning to asking:

• answering
• replying
• stating

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